HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Kota Kinabalu

$50+ Cheap flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu (PEN - BKI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — BKI
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in August or July, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Penang (PEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$80
(AirAsia)

One-way from

$50
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$91

Good round-trip deal

$92 or less

Good one-way deal

$38 or less
From Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu
Search Deals
One-way flight from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($2 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AirAsia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/27:55 pmPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mAirAsia
dom. 8/311:05 amBKI - PEN
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 6/12$80
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/66:25 amPEN - BKI
Nonstop2h 50mMalaysia Airlines
lun. 11/105:20 amBKI - PEN
1 stop4h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/10$105
This Batik Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Batik Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/246:00 amPEN - BKI
1 stop15h 30mBatik Air
dom. 7/277:00 amBKI - PEN
1 stop26h 20mBatik Air
Deal found 6/10$160
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/259:50 amPEN - BKI
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
jue. 7/313:30 amBKI - PEN
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$2,688
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/2711:55 pmPEN - BKI
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
sáb. 8/23:30 amBKI - PEN
1 stop19h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 6/12$4,306

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu that are best for you.

Fly from

Penang

Fly to

Kota Kinabalu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

sáb. 8/2

7:55 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 8/3

11:05 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$80

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

jue. 11/6

6:25 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

lun. 11/10

5:20 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 45m

$105

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

jue. 7/24

6:00 am-9:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

dom. 7/27

7:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop26h 20m

$160

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

vie. 7/25

9:50 am-5:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

jue. 7/31

3:30 am-9:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$2,688

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

dom. 7/27

11:55 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

sáb. 8/2

3:30 am-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$4,306

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

mar. 7/29

6:00 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$50

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

lun. 6/23

6:30 pm-8:40 am

1 stop14h 10m

$75

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

lun. 8/18

2:30 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$80

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

lun. 7/28

6:25 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$85

PenangKota Kinabalu

PEN - BKI

PENBKI

Penang Intl

sáb. 6/28

2:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$86

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Penang with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

How far ahead should I book a flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu is 88 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PEN to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

When flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 48% versus a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Explore weekly flight availability from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from PEN to BKI are scheduled on a Tuesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu, such as China Southern, Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
AirAsia
6.6
Okay
208 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
72 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    You will need to book a flight from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu if you want to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Penang Intl (PEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) on a regular basis. There are 3 flights to Kota Kinabalu from the Penang airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PEN to BKI to be around 2h 50m.

  • How popular is this Penang to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

    Flights from Penang Intl to Kota Kinabalu have been viewed 56 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu round-trip from $80. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Malaysia Airlines, from $105, and Batik Air, from $160. Users have found that AirAsia is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Penang to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $50 on AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Batik Air from $80 and Firefly from $85 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu are Malaysia Airlines (74%), AirAsia (65%) and Firefly (55%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Penang to Kota Kinabalu? While on average our users pay $81, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $37. The most popular route (Penang Intl - Kota Kinabalu), is priced around $91.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Penang to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Penang to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 3 airlines flying from Penang to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Penang to Kota Kinabalu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FireflyCheapest$64Average$97FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
AirAsiaCheapest$76Average$112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$89Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.